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UAE's Ras Al Khaimah, Sharjah reopen several beaches after tanker oil spill

DUBAI, Nov 12 (Reuters) - Authorities in the United Arab Emirates' Ras Al Khaimah and Sharjah emirates said they had reopened several beaches following closures prompted by an oil spill from a tanker damaged in a suspected attack in the Gulf last month.Sharjah's media office said the beaches had reopened after authorities brought pollution caused by the spill under control."The relevant authorities confirm that the emirate's beaches and marine environment are safe, allowing the public to visit and enjoy various marine activities safely," it said.

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